Procurement of Potentiostat for Polymer and Rubber Lab at COMSATS University Lahore Campus

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a Potentiostat/Galvanostat/Impedance Analyzer for the Polymer and Rubber Lab at COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus. The equipment is essential for advanced electrochemical analysis, supporting techniques such as cyclic voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy, and amperometric detection. Located in Lahore, the lab requires a high-precision instrument with Bluetooth connectivity, on-board storage, and compatibility with various electrodes and reactor systems. The device must be robust, portable, and include comprehensive literature and software for seamless integration. The procurement demands strict adherence to technical specifications including a ±10 V potential range, ±30 mA current capacity, and multiple voltammetric and amperometric modes. The supplier must ensure the equipment is brand new, preferably from Europe or the USA, and provide training at installation. The warranty period is one year, with retention money held against warranty items. This tender is critical for enhancing research capabilities in polymer and rubber electrochemistry at the university. Bidders must be registered on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR and comply with PEC category requirements. Tender fee and earnest money in the form of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or Pay Order are mandatory. The bid validity is 90 days, and all taxes will be deducted at source unless valid exemption certificates are provided. The procurement follows a single-stage one-envelope procedure via the PPRA EPADS portal. Submission deadline is on the 3rd of March, 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening 30 minutes later. Bids must be uploaded on the PPRA EPADS portal, and original bank instruments submitted before closing time. The physical address for delivery and correspondence is COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore. Pro-Tip: Ensure all pages of the bidding documents are signed and stamped before uploading. Missing or unsigned documents lead to outright rejection. Also, double-check the scanned copies of tender fee and earnest money instruments to avoid disqualification due to incomplete submissions.